CHO Cells (Chinese Hamster Ovary Cells)

CHO cells, or Chinese Hamster Ovary cells, are a type of mammalian cell line widely used in biotechnology and pharmaceutical research. They are valuable because they can efficiently produce complex proteins, including many human therapeutic drugs and vaccines. These cells are grown in laboratories under controlled conditions, where they replicate and secrete the desired proteins into their environment. CHO cells are favored due to their ability to perform proper protein folding and post-translational modifications, making them ideal for producing biologically active and safe medications. Their reliability and adaptability have made them a standard tool in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.